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Parmesan Cloud Chicken Bombs

Delicious Parmesan Cloud Chicken Bombs for Comfort Food Lovers

Parmesan Cloud Chicken Bombs are tender ground chicken with a creamy sauce, perfect for comfort food lovers.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 4 bombs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Bombs
  • 1 lb Ground Chicken Can substitute with ground turkey
  • 1 large Egg Acts as a binder
  • 1 cup Breadcrumbs Use gluten-free if needed
  • 1/2 cup Parmesan Cheese Freshly grated for best flavor
  • 2 cloves Minced Garlic Enhances flavor depth
  • 1/4 cup Chopped Parsley Can substitute with basil or thyme
  • 1 tsp Onion Powder Provides mild sweetness
  • 1 tsp Paprika Adds smokiness
  • to taste Salt & Pepper Essential for seasoning
For the Creamy Sauce
  • 2 tbsp Butter Provides richness
  • 2 tbsp Flour Use gluten-free flour for substitution
  • 1 cup Milk Base of the sauce
  • 1 cup Mozzarella Cheese Adds creaminess
  • 1/4 tsp Nutmeg Enhances flavor

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Baking tray
  • Whisk
  • spatula

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine ground chicken, egg, breadcrumbs, Parmesan, garlic, parsley, onion powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Mix thoroughly but gently.
  3. Form the mixture into medium-sized balls and place on a parchment-lined baking tray.
  4. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until golden brown and internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F).
  5. Melt butter in a saucepan and whisk in flour to form a roux. Gradually add milk while whisking until thickened.
  6. Stir in Parmesan, mozzarella, salt, pepper, and nutmeg until cheeses melt and the sauce is smooth.
  7. Transfer baked chicken bombs to a casserole dish and pour the creamy sauce over them.
  8. Broil the dish for 3-5 minutes until the sauce is bubbly and slightly golden.
  9. Serve the chicken bombs over creamy mashed potatoes or cauliflower purée, garnishing with fresh herbs and a drizzle of olive oil.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bombCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 32gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 90mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 2mg

Notes

Don’t overmix the chicken mixture. Ensure internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F). Consider making the chicken mixture ahead of time and refrigerating to save preparation time.

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